J & C Crab in Jacksonville
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1036-24 Dunn Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32218J & C Crab in Jacksonville has a serious and escalating compliance problem. The facility was emergency-closed on January 24, 2020 for rodent activity. Since then, it has accumulated 273 violations across 24 inspections, averaging 11.4 violations per inspection — more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a consistent pattern, appearing in 20 of the most recent 8 inspections and including recurring failures in employee health reporting, chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, allergen awareness, and shell stock requirements. Two consecutive inspections in June and October 2025 resulted in administrative complaint recommendations, with the October 1 inspection documenting 36 violations including five high-priority findings. A prior disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The facility's only recent compliance success was a December 5, 2024 routine inspection with zero violations, but this was preceded and followed by inspections with 12 to 36 violations respectively. The most recent inspection on October 1, 2025 recommended an administrative complaint.
Most recent closure: January 24, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
J & C Crab in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
J & C Crab in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
J & C Crab in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2020006541 | $400.00 | Jan 24, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
J & C Crab in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
J & C Crab in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was J & C Crab in Jacksonville last inspected?
- J & C Crab in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was J & C Crab in Jacksonville last shut down?
- J & C Crab in Jacksonville was last shut down on January 24, 2020 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at J & C Crab in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at J & C Crab in Jacksonville are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sewage disposal, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has J & C Crab in Jacksonville had?
- J & C Crab in Jacksonville has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of J & C Crab in Jacksonville find?
- J & C Crab in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has J & C Crab in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, J & C Crab in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has J & C Crab in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, J & C Crab in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has J & C Crab in Jacksonville been fined?
- J & C Crab in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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